CB2 has these cool hand-tied bamboo stick Chicago and NY iconic buildings on sale. There's a limited quantity so get them while you can.
Image copyright CB2
Products
Paloma Dining Table
I just found this wonderful table from Crate & Barrel that's described as Zen-meets-Prairie Style.
Image copyright Crate & Barrel
I Truly Heart New York
Robie House Tile
Motawi Tileworks has produced a special exclusive tile in honor of the Robie House centennial. Get yours here.
A Day Of Fun Stuff: Part 2
Following-up on the Mod Doll House post, here's a link to artist/designer Mark Giglio's painted wooden dolls as seen on his website: pen pencil stencil. The abstracted forms and bold color designs are reminiscent of Alexander Girard's wooden dolls he created for his Santa Fe home. See more of Mark's work here.
Top image copyright Mark Giglio/bottom image copyright Vitra
Palm Springs Barbie Dream House
Looking deliciously Mod with not a drop of pink in sight, this rockin' doll house by a new company called Brinca Dada looks like it takes some inspiration from Richard Neutra's Kaufmann Desert House in Palm Springs. See more here.
Image via switched.com
FanGuide™ in the Chicago News!
FanGuide™ tours have been mentioned twice this week in the Chicago press. Once with an excellent review in the Chicago Tribune Sunday Section (download PDF) and once in TimeOut Chicago's list of Must-Have iPhone Apps.
Very cool! We'd like to send a big THANK YOU to the Editors of these publications!
Image copyright Prairie Design Group
Ursa The Bear
Designer David Weeks, creator of Hanno the wooden Gorilla, has a new addition to his growing menagerie of cool wooden toy animals. Meet Ursa the Bear, a fully articulated bear that is sure to provide youngsters (or adults) hours of fun. See more here.
Image copyright David Weeks Studio
Wallpaper Magazine Hearts LEGO Fallingwater
Our friends at Taliesin West let us know that the Frank Lloyd Wright LEGO Fallingwater set was named one of Wallpaper Magazine's best designs of 2010! See the list here.
Image via LEGO.com
Yoshiko Meets Gustav
I'm loving this Yoshiko Yamamoto (of The Arts & Crafts Press fame) limited
edition, signed, and numbered block print of the Log House at Gustav Stickley's Craftsman Farms. Read more about it here.
Image copyright Yoshiko Yamamoto
Pinky Trees
These pint-sized "Pinky Trees" from California-based WeePlant Corporation are cool and simply adorable. See more here.
Images copyright WeePlant Corporation
Blik Your 2010
The folks over at Blik are working hard to make sure that surface graphics aren't just a fad of the Aughts. I do still love the super-cool vinyl graphics that grace the walls of my abode.
To check out what they're doing in 2010, follow the link.
Image copyright Blik
Organic Building Blocks
Here's a great starter set of maple blocks for the budding architect. Created by Little Sapling Toys, this 18 piece set comes in a recycled content gift box and a tag
that features the woods used, a bit about the family business that created it and care
instructions. Get yours here.
Image copyright Little Sapling Toys
It's About Time
These stylishly Mod ceramic clocks were designed in the early 1950s by George Nelson and developed as
far as the production stage. For reasons unknown, however, they never
made it to the production line. Based on the original plans and
prototypes, the Vitra Design Museum is now, for the first time ever,
bringing these original quartz movement clocks to the market. They are pricey, but nice, nonetheless. Check them out here.
Image via Vitra
Cork Your Laptop
I'm digging this stylish sliding plywood and cork-lined laptop case. See more here.
Image via gizmodo.com
Etsy Find: Moss Ring
Another use for moss, a Moss Ring.
Image copyright the charm lady
A Girard Christmas
One of the best Christmas presents I got this year was a limited edition book about the development of the various Alexander Girard-related typefaces and products by font gurus, House Industries. Follow the link to learn more about their various Girard projects and watch a short film.
Image via House Industries
Buildings For Your Table Top
Check out these beautiful blue Skyscraper vases by designer Constantin Boym. A former architect, Boym retains his interest in building things—only now he focuses on the landscape of the tabletop. See more here.
Image via MocoLoco
Agent Gallery Chicago
Looking for something different, unique or maybe just odd? Then check out the salvaged offerings at Agent Gallery Chicago. They have a little bit of everything and some very cool vintage lighting and architectural elements. Explore here.
Image copyright Agent Gallery Chicago
Bamboo iPhone Case By Vers
In case Santa didn't deliver everything on your list, here's a pretty sleek consolation prize to which you can treat yourself: the environmentally-friendly yet beautiful Vers Bamboo iPhone Wood Case.
Image copyright Vers
Apple Anticipation
The rumors are circulating that Apple will finally announce news of the "Apple Tablet" at a big January 26, 2010 news event. The cutting-edge Tablet has never been acknowledged as a possible product from Apple, but it has been gossiped about on the internet for a long time. Read more here.
Image via PC World
Taking Another Look At Louis Sullivan
John Celuch has put together an amazing body of photographic work documenting Louis Sullivan's "jewel box" banks. You can see his photos and order prints to put in your own home at his website.
Image copyright John Celuch
Etsy Find: Eames Chairs Wood Coasters
I love these coasters made from scrap cedar blocks.
Image copyright medium control
Eshelman Pottery
PrairieMod reader, John T. sent me a link to the ceramic work of Paul Eshelman. I hadn't checked out Paul's work in a while and cruised over to his site to see what was new. Paul's making some very cool stuff, Beautiful and Useful! See more of Paul's work here.
Image copyright Paul Eshelman
Warm Carafes and Cups
The Warm Carafes and Cups are so beautiful. They would be a great gift for any tea or coffee lover.
Image copyright unison
Don't Give Fads
Still looking for the perfect holiday gift? Read this article all about how classic (and well-designed) toys like Lincoln logs, Legos, wooden blocks, etc. will always be beloved gifts vs. the trendy or fad driven toy, bereft of timeless charm. Read about it here.
Image via Corbis
Custom Amy Butler Wall Art
Amy Butler has a ton of great products coming out every time I turn around and these custom wall art pieces are great example.
Inspired by Amy's floral and graphic textile designs, you can customize the size and stock. More info here, or purchase here.
Image copyright Amy Butler
Bring a Little Green Indoors
Succulents are the perfect house plants, especially for those of us with less-than-green thumbs. They retain moisture in their thick leaves allowing them to survive long periods without watering and as a bonus: they're oh-so pretty! California-based Succulent Love offers some beautiful succulent planter designs to bring a little green into your home. For additional inspiration, check out the owner's mod wedding photos from May, 2009. Looks like a rockin' party and the splashes of yellow are quite sassy.
Image copyright Succulent Love
Flat Out Better Price
Blu Dot just announced a lower price for their "Flat Out" Mod sleeper sofa. Get the details here.
Image via Blu Dot
Spend a Rainy Day in the Guggenheim
Coolest Toy Ever
Forget G.I. Joe and Barbie, the colorful wooden geometric puzzle toy called Cella is the coolest! I would love to find one of these under my Christmas tree! Check out more here.
Image via Nova 68
It IS easy being green!
Rare Teco At Toomey's
The next John Toomey Gallery auction is December 6th and there are quite a few great examples of original Teco pottery up for bidding. One is very notable: an extremely rare and large vase designed by Prairie School architect Hugh M.G. Garden. Check it out here. If you don't have $30,000 for this one, you can get a Modern-day version at the PrairieMod Store for significantly less.
Image via The John Toomey Gallery
Pass the Gravy
I love Thanksgiving! The turkey, the stuffing, the mashed potatoes and especially the gravy. Maybe that's why I dig this Mod gravy boat that the blog designboner.com highlighted recently. See it here.
Image via The Conrad Shop
The Curie Cure
Anagram Press has released their latest in the series of posters highlighting great women. Their latest one, featuring Madame Marie Curie, is especially timely, given the present debate over our nation's health care system. See more here and order one here.
Image copyright The Anagram Press
Rifle Paper Co.
Design*Sponge, recently highlighted the über-cool stationary and wrapping paper designs of the Rifle Paper Co. I'm especially taken with their graphically-fresh take on holiday wrapping paper. See more here.
Image via design*sponge.com
Special Holiday Gift from Cobre Copper
Looking for a unique, handcrafted gift to give someone special this holiday season? Look no further than Cobre Copper's Etched Arrowhead globe vase. Regularly with a high price tag of $360, this vase is on sale for a slightly more reasonable $180. More details here.
Image copyright Cobre Copper
Merry Bird
Looking for a high-tech holiday gift? This ornament by Michael Cornelisson may not be what you would automatically consider, but it is produced using state-of-the-art 3D printing techniques. Read more about it here.
Image copyright Michael Cornelisson
House Industries: Girard Wood Block Nativity Set
The team at House Industries is in the holiday spirit with a nativity wood block set of Alexander Girard designs. The blocks are an homage based on an illustration Girard did that now hangs in his son's house.
More info here.
Image copyright House Ind.
Arte Moderne News
One of my favorite local stores dealing in Mod antiques and furnishings, Arte Moderne, has a new blog and partnership with Bond & Bowery Global MarketPlace for all of its on-line sales. Read more here.
Image copyright Arte Moderne
Modern Doll House
A bit on the expensive side, but I love the look of the VILLA SIBI Doll House.
Image copyright Sparkability
Architectura Pet Home
Even pets deserve a little Architectura.
Image copyright Pre-Fab-Pets.com
Red Square Toy Company
Mibo's 2010 Calendar Download Now Available
Mibo Lighting & Housewares is offering a free download of their pretty 2010 year-at-a-glance calendar. Also available (for $4) is the equally beautiful month-per-page version. Peruse the rest of the site - the Christmas Creatures are particularly fun!
Image copyright Mibo
Sachets With Style
If you're looking to freshen-up some of your dresser drawers or closets with both the sweet smell of lavender and the sweet look of nature block prints, then check out these beautiful sets of handmade sachets from etsy.com seller Jewelweeds. See more here.
Image copyright Jewelweeds
Armor Sideboard
Check out this sturdy sideboard by designer Dave Keune. Its angular sides and sliding doors reflect a modern take on the tradition of ancient wooden chests, enclosing and
protecting precious items. See more here.
Images copyright Dave Keune
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